Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire includes Coleford, Cinderford, and Lydney. Known for its woodland, historic ironworks, and rural heritage. Planning focuses on conserving natural landscapes while supporting residential and commercial development.
In the last year Forest of Dean decided 596 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 92% (marginally above the national average of 88%) and 54% of applications were decided on time, (slightly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Forest of Dean performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs), sometimes called National Landscapes, are designated for their exceptional scenic and natural importance.
Forest of Dean contains parts of the Wye Valley AONB. Development must preserve landscape and environmental character.
In our experience, one of the top reasons proposals in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are refused is causing landscape harm or visual intrusion, a risk that often arises when applications are not fully informed. We help minimise the likelihood of refusal with expert, guidance; contact us here.
Forest of Dean encompasses protected rural areas and scenic landscapes, requiring careful consideration for any proposed development to preserve their natural qualities.
One of the top reasons poorly prepared proposals in the Open Countryside are refused is that they fail to demonstrate a policy-supported need. To minimise that risk with bespoke advice contact us here.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We provide a full range of planning services, including:
We specialise in resolving complex planning challenges through thoughtful architectural design, turning constrained or difficult sites into successful Planning Permission outcomes. Let’s discuss your project.
Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire includes Coleford, Cinderford, and Lydney. Known for its woodland, historic ironworks, and rural heritage. Planning focuses on conserving natural landscapes while supporting residential and commercial development.
In the last year Forest of Dean decided 596 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 92% (marginally above the national average of 88%) and 54% of applications were decided on time, (slightly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Forest of Dean performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs), sometimes called National Landscapes, are designated for their exceptional scenic and natural importance.
Forest of Dean contains parts of the Wye Valley AONB. Development must preserve landscape and environmental character.
In our experience, one of the top reasons proposals in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are refused is causing landscape harm or visual intrusion, a risk that often arises when applications are not fully informed. We help minimise the likelihood of refusal with expert, guidance; contact us here.
Forest of Dean encompasses protected rural areas and scenic landscapes, requiring careful consideration for any proposed development to preserve their natural qualities.
One of the top reasons poorly prepared proposals in the Open Countryside are refused is that they fail to demonstrate a policy-supported need. To minimise that risk with bespoke advice contact us here.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We provide a full range of planning services, including:
We specialise in resolving complex planning challenges through thoughtful architectural design, turning constrained or difficult sites into successful Planning Permission outcomes. Let’s discuss your project.
